Korg Kross 2 61 Key Velocity Synthesizer Workstation, Super Matte Black
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Korg Kross 2 61 Key Velocity Sensitive Synthesizer Workstation, Super Matte Black

SKU: KOKROSS261MB MFR: KROSS261MB
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Key Features

  • Unleash your creativity with 61 velocity-sensitive keys, perfect for expressive playing.
  • Explore a vast sonic palette with Korg's EDS-i sound engine, offering stunning sound quality.
  • Compose on the go with battery power and a lightweight design, ideal for mobile musicians.
  • Seamlessly integrate with your DAW via USB for MIDI and audio recording capabilities.
  • Craft unique sounds with 134 effects types, adding depth and character to your music.
  • Record vocals or instruments directly with the built-in audio recorder for sampling.
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2019-12-05T15:47:08

Rated 5 out of 5

The right decision.

Keyboard is built sturdier than comparatively priced units. Nice key pressure, not too touchy. Overall I am very pleased with my decision. I’m feeling KROSS2 an I will go a long way.

TIMOTHY S.

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Korg Kross 2 Specifications

  • System

    EDS-i(Enhanced Definition Synthesis - integrated)

  • Number of keys

    61 keys

  • Maximum Polyphony

    120 voices (120 oscillators), single mode
    60 voices (60 oscillators), single mode

  • Preset PCM Memory

    Approximately 128MB (calculated as 48 kHz / 16-bit linear PCM data equivalent)
    496 multisamples (including seven stereo), 1014 drumsamples (including 49 stereo)

  • Expansion PCM Memory

    Approximately 128MB

  • Program: Oscillator

    OSC1 (Single), OSC1+2 (Double): Stereo multisamples are supported 4 velocity zones per oscillator, with switching, crossfades and layers

  • Program: Filters

    Four types of filter routing (single, serial, parallel, 24 dB)
    Two multi-mode filters per voice (low pass, high pass, band pass, band reject)

  • Program: Modulation

    For each voice, two envelope generators (Filter & Amp), two LFOs, two key tracking generators (Filter & Amp), and two AMS mixers. In addition, pitch EG, common LFO, and two common key tracking generators

  • Combination: Timbres

    Up to 16 timbres, switchable via key zone or velocity zone, layer and crossfade supported, Tone Adjust function allows program settings to be offset

  • Combination: Keyboard functionality

    These allow you to control external MIDI devices

  • Drumkits

    Stereo and mono drumsamples. 4-way velocity switches with crossfades and adjustable crossfade shapes (Linear, Power, Layer)

  • User Combinations

    896 Combinations (384 Preload)

  • User Programs

    1280 Programs (768 Preload)

  • User Drum Kits

    58 Drum Kits (42 Preload)

  • Preset Programs

    265 Programs (256 GM2 Programs + 9 GM2 Drum Programs)

  • Number of memories

    128 (16 favorites x 8 banks)

  • Insert effects

    5 Insert Effects In-line processing; stereo in - stereo out.

  • Master effects

    2 Master Effects Two effects sends; stereo in - stereo out.

  • Effects types

    Total of 134 types (select from 74 types for insert effects, 101 types of master effect 1, and 120 types for master effect 2)

  • Modulation

    Dynamic Modulation

  • Effects Control Bus

    Stereo side-chaining for limiter, gates, vocoders, etc

  • Program mode

    One arpeggiator

  • Combination mode

    Two arpeggiators

  • Sequencer modes

    Two arpeggiators

  • Preset arpeggio patterns

    UP, DOWN, ALT1, ALT2, RANDOM

  • User arpeggio patterns

    Number of arpeggio patterns: 1280 (1024 preload)
    Number of tones: 12 tones
    Number of steps: up to 64 steps

  • Step sequencer

    Program mode: One unit
    Combination mode Number of tones: 12 tones + 1 accent tone
    Sequencer mode Number of steps: up to 64 steps

  • Drum Track Preset Patterns

    772 patterns (Held in common with sequencer patterns.)

  • Drum Track Other

    Trigger Mode / Sync / Zone settings can be specified

  • Tracks

    16MIDI Tracks

  • Number of Songs

    Up to 128 songs

  • Resolution

    1/480

  • Tempo

    40.00-300.00 (1/100 BPM resolution)

  • Maximum Memory

    Up to 210,000 MIDI events

  • Counter

    Measure/Beat/Tick

  • Template Song

    16 preset/16 user template songs

  • Preset Patterns

    772 patterns (shared with Drum Track patterns)

  • Format

    KORG (KROSS) format, SMF format 0 and 1

  • Pad sampler

    16 pads x 8 banks
    Automatically saved on the SD card, and automatically loaded
    Up to four pads can play simultaneously

  • Recording format

    PCM audio format 48 kHz/16-bit

  • Recording time

    Up to approximately 14 seconds of stereo sample for each pad

  • Import

    WAVE format, file name extension: .wav, 44.1 kHz/16-bit, 48 kHz/16-bit, stereo

  • Edit

    Waveform display editing functionality, start address and looping settings etc., normalize and other editing operations

  • Audio Recording Format

    PCM audio format 48kHz/16bit

  • Audio Recorder Import

    WAVE format (file name extension: wav ) 44.1kHz/16bit, 48kHz/16bit stereo

  • Audio Recorder Export

    WAVE format (file name extension: .wav) 48kHz/16bit, stereo

  • Audio Recording Time

    Maximum continuous recording time: 3 hours
    Depends on the SD card used; approximately 90 minutes per 1 GB

  • Audio Recorder Number of Songs

    Up to 200 songs

  • Audio Recorder No of overdub recordings

    Depends on the remaining capacity of the SD card

  • Audio Recorder Counter

    Hour/Min/Sec

  • Pad audio play

    16 pads x 8 banks
    Directly play back data from SD card
    Multiple pads cannot be played simultaneously

  • Media

    File, Utility, Information, additional PCM data management functionality

  • General Control

    Pitch bend wheel, Modulation wheel, SW1, SW2

  • Realtime Control

    SELECT button, SWITCH button, KNOB1 knob, KNOB2 knob

  • Step Sequencer/Favorite/Pad Sampler

    Pad Audio Play: Pads 1-16
    STEP SEQ ACTIVE button, Run button
    FAVORITES ACTIVE button
    SAMPLER ACTIVE button, HOLD button
    AUDIO PLAY ACTIVE button
    BANK LEDA/B/C/D/E/F/G/H (also used by Step sequencer, Favorite, Pad Sampler, and Pad Audio Play)

  • Drum Track

    DRUM TRACK button

  • Arpeggiator

    ARP button

  • Audio Recorder

    AUDIO REC button

  • Display

    240 x 64 pixel LCD backlight
    Adjustable contrast (hold the EXIT button and turn the VALUE dial)

  • Category

    CATEGORY dial, VALUE dial

  • MODE

    COMBI button, PROG button, SEQ (GLOBAL/MEDIA) button

  • Value Controllers

    Cursor buttons, EXIT,ENTER, FUNCTION, PAGE-, PAGE+, MENU buttons

  • Sequencer

    REC button, START/STOP button

  • Quick Layer Split

    LAYER/SPLIT button

  • User Interface: Other

    VOLUME knob

  • Control Input

    DAMPER (Supports piano-style half-damper pedals as well as standard foot switches)
    ASSIGNABLE SWITCH
    ASSIGNABLE PEDAL

  • Audio Output L/Mono, R

    Connectors: 6.3 mm (1/4") phone jacks(TS unbalanced)
    Output Impedance: 1.1k ohm stereo, 550 ohm mono (L/Mono only)
    Maximum Level: +10.0 dBu
    Load Impedance: 10k ohm or greater
    Controllable by the VOLUME knob

  • Headphone Output

    Connectors: 3.5mm (1/8") stereo mini phone jack
    Output Impedance: 33Ohms
    Maximum Level: 40 + 40 mW
    Controllable by the VOLUME knob

  • Line In

    Connectors: 3.5 mm (1/8") stereo mini phone jack
    Input Impedance: 1.1k ohm
    Maximum Input Level: -42 to 0 dBu

  • Mic In

    Connectors: 6.3 mm (1/4") phone jacks(TS unbalanced)
    Input Impedance: 33Ohms
    Maximum Input Level: -48 to -6dBu
    Phantom power or plug-in power is not supported

  • MIDI

    IN, OUT

  • USB

    USB connector TYPE B x 1, USB-MIDI interface, USB audio interface

  • SD Card Slot

    One card slat

  • Power

    AC adaptor power supply DC 9V
    6x AA alkaline batteries or 6x nickel-metal hydride batteries

  • Battery Life

    AA alkaline batteries x 6: Approximately 6 hours
    AA nickel-metal hydride batteries (1900mAh) x 6: Approximately 7 hours

  • Power Consumption

    5 W

  • Battery Info

    optional, not included

  • Battery Material

    alkaline

  • Battery Quantity

    6

  • Battery Type

    AA

  • Dimensions (WxDxH)

    36.81 x 10.59 x 3.46" (93.50 x 26.90 x 8.79cm)

  • Weight

    Excluding batteries: 3.8kg (8.38 lbs)

  • UPC Code

    4959112174771

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About Korg Kross 2

FEATURED REVIEWS

The right decision.

By TIMOTHY S.

Keyboard is built sturdier than comparatively priced units. Nice key pressure, not too touchy. Overall I am very pleased with my decision. I’m feeling KROSS2 an I will go a long way.

Take your music production to the next level with the Kross 2 61 Key Velocity Sensitive Synthesizer Workstation in Super Matte Black. This innovative and stylish synthesizer workstation, designed by the renowned brand Korg, offers a professional, high-quality, and durable solution for all your music creation needs.

The Kross 2 is more than just a synthesizer; it's a complete music production platform packed with features that allow for endless creative possibilities. Its velocity-sensitive keyboard provides a natural and expressive playing experience that sets it apart from other synthesizers in its class.

This compact and portable workstation boasts over 1,000 powered-up presets, offering a wide range of sounds to suit any musical style. With 128MB of built-in expansion PCM memory, you can further customize your sound library to fit your unique style and performance needs.

The Kross 2 also features a pad sampler for full-fledged sampling and a USB audio/MIDI interface for seamless integration with your other music equipment. Its user-friendly interface ensures intuitive operation, making it suitable for both beginners and seasoned musicians.

The Kross 2 is not just about sounds; it's also about performance. Its lightweight and compact design, combined with the ability to run on batteries, makes it the perfect companion for musicians on the go. Despite its portability, this synthesizer workstation doesn't compromise on durability, featuring a sturdy construction that can withstand the rigors of regular use.

The Kross 2 also stands out with its stylish Super Matte Black finish, adding a touch of sophistication to your music setup. Whether you're performing on stage, creating in the studio, or producing music at home, the Kross 2 61 Key Velocity Sensitive Synthesizer Workstation is a versatile and powerful tool that can help you realize your artistic vision.

Korg Kross 2 Features

  • Velocity-sensitive 61-key synthesizer workstation for expressive playability
  • Over 1,000 presets with 128MB expansion PCM memory for customizable sounds
  • Built-in pad sampler and USB audio/MIDI interface for comprehensive sampling
  • Ultra-lightweight and portable design, ideal for musicians on the move
  • Stylish Super Matte Black finish with a professional, high-quality build
  • User-friendly interface with realtime control for on-the-fly sound editing

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

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User Manual

Key Features

  • Unleash your creativity with 61 velocity-sensitive keys, perfect for expressive playing.
  • Explore a vast sonic palette with Korg's EDS-i sound engine, offering stunning sound quality.
  • Compose on the go with battery power and a lightweight design, ideal for mobile musicians.
  • Seamlessly integrate with your DAW via USB for MIDI and audio recording capabilities.
  • Craft unique sounds with 134 effects types, adding depth and character to your music.
  • Record vocals or instruments directly with the built-in audio recorder for sampling.

What's in the box:

  • Korg Kross 2 61 Key Velocity Sensitive Synthesizer Workstation
  • AC Adapter
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Korg 1 Year Limited Warranty